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Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution
Cabinet approves signing of Memorandum of Understanding between India and Kyrgyzstan in the field of Legal Metrology
The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved a Memorandum of Understanding in the field of Legal Metrology between India and Kyrgyzstan. The MoU will be signed on the sidelines of SCO from June 13-14, 2019.
Benefits:
- Exchange of information and documents relating to legal metrology;
- Develop training programme for officials and non-officials dealing with the subject of legal metrology;
- Exchange of officials, experts and professionals for mutual cooperation in the area of legal metrology;
- Participation in Seminars, Workshops, Meetings, Attachment Learning Programmes etc. in area of mutual interest, as may be appropriate;
- Establishment of requirements for pre-packaged goods and carrying out the state metrological supervision of pre-packaged goods;
- Review of the status of the rules / regulations on pre-packaged goods.
- Sharing of experience in carrying out of metrological supervision in mutual settlements between producers and consumers.
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
Civil Services  Examination, 2020, scheduled on 31st May stands deferred
The Union Public Service Commission held a special meeting today to review the situation after the second phase of the nation-wide lockdown due to COVID-19. Taking notice of the extension of restrictions, the Commission decided that it will not be possible to resume examinations and interviews for the present.
The Civil Services  Examination, 2020, scheduled to be held on May 31, 2020 therefore stands deferred. Since this examination also serves as the screening test for the Indian Forest Service Examination, the schedule for the Indian Forest Service Examination is also deferred. The situation will be reviewed again on May 20, 2020 and fresh dates for these examinations shall be notified on the UPSC website in due course.
The Commission has already deferred the following:  Personality test for remaining candidates for the Civil Services Examination, 2019;  Notification for the Indian Economic Service/Indian Statistical Service Examination, 2020;  Notification for the Combined Medical Services Examination, 2020;  Notification for the Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2020 and  the NDA & Naval Academy Examination, 2020.
As and when dates are decided for the deferred tests/examinations, it will be ensured that candidates are given a notice of at least 30 days.
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Ministry of Railways
497 Railway stations made Divyangjan friendly by providing either lifts or escalators
1090 Escalators at 339 stations have been provided upto August’2022
981 Lifts at 400 stations have been provided upto August’2022
As a part of ‘Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan’, to provide ease of movement for Divyangjans, aged and children on railway platforms, Indian Railways is installing lifts and escalators at railway stations across the country. So far, there are 497 stations where either lifts or escalators have been provided.
Escalators:- As per policy, normally Railways are providing escalators at State Capitals, Cities having population more than 10 Lakh or stations having footfall more than 25000 per day.
So far, 1090 Escalators at 339 stations have been provided upto Aug’2022. Yearwise position of provision of Escalators is as under:-
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YEAR
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Upto Mar’2019
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2019-20
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2020-21
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2021-22
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2022-23 till Aug.
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Nos, of Escalators provided
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656
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86
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120
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182+ 10 
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46+ 8 
Lifts:- As per policy, GM/Zonal Railways are empowered to select stations/platforms for provision of Lift considering footfall, constraints of space etc.
So far, 981 Lifts at 400 stations have been provided upto Aug.’2022. Yearwise position of provision of Lifts is as under:-
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YEAR
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Upto Mar’2019
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2019-20
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2020-21
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2021-22
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2022-23 till Aug.
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|
Nos, of Lifts provided
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484
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|
92
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|
156
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|
208
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|
41
Indian Railways has been consistently trying to improve passenger amenities at various stations. Provision of escalators and Lifts at the railway platforms is a part of this and also a necessity in view of the ever increasing passenger volumes. Such facility would facilitate improvement at exit/entry of passengers and is a further step to improve passenger safety as well.
Ministry of Science & Technology
CSIR-NIO open for the public on 1st January
Goa, 29 December 2022
CSIR-National Institute of Oceanography , Dona Paula will be celebrating its Foundation Day, on Sunday, 1st January 2023. On this occasion, the institute will remain open for the public from 9.00 am to 11.30 am. The visitors are welcome to visit the institute and view the marine aquarium that simulates coral ecosystems, models of research ships, exhibits of instruments used for oceanographic research, as well as films on ocean science and a talk on “Career in Oceanography” Later in the afternoon a public lecture on “Space Redefined in the Global Context” by Shri Somanath S, Distinguished Scientist and Secretary, Department of Space, Chairman, Space Commission and Chairman, ISRO is organised at the NIO Auditorium, at 15.30 hrs.
Shri. Somanath has a distinguished career of nearly 36 years and has made a significant contribution to the area of space technology. Shri Somanath is an expert in the area of system engineering of launch vehicles. As the Director of Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre  in 2018, the lead Centre of ISRO, he was responsible for Launching vehicle technology development. Under his leadership, VSSC has achieved significant feats like the Crew Escape System demonstration through Pad Abort Test , the launch of GSLV Mk-III M1/Chandrayaan 2, and he is spearheading the upcoming Gaganyaan mission and the development of the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle .
The talk will address many facets of the emerging global scenario of Space and its connections to the Space sector in India such as small rocket building, small satellite manufacturing and space-based applications that were being done by NGEs.PIB Panaji | S.Thakur/D.Rane
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Ministry of Education
Central Board of Secondary Education Regional Office, Pune Undertakes 'Ek Tarikh Ek Ghanta Ek Sath' Cleanliness Drive
Pune | October 1, 2023
The Central Board of Secondary Education  Regional Office in Pune organized a cleanliness drive under the 'Ek Tarikh Ek Ghanta Ek Sath' campaign. The event took place at Bhivaji Ravji Galande Udyan in Vadgaon Sheri, Pune.
The initiative kicked off with a vibrant rally led by 50 officers and officials from the CBSE Regional Office, who marched from the office to Bhivaji Ravji Galande Udyan. Along the way, they used banners, logos, and raised slogans to spread general awareness about the event and the significance of cleanliness among the public.
Exemplifying the spirit of Swachhata Hi Seva, all officers and officials enthusiastically joined hands to clean various areas of Bhivaji Raoji Galande Garden. Open gyms, walkways, playgrounds, and other spaces within the garden received a thorough cleaning, ensuring a cleaner and more inviting environment for everyone. Weeds were also diligently removed from the garden's walkways.
Importantly, the CBSE officers and officials took this opportunity to engage with the citizens present in the park, educating them about the importance of cleanliness and requesting their support in maintaining a clean environment in their surrounding areas. The citizens responded positively and appreciated the efforts of the CBSE team.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
India Pavilion Inaugurated at Cannes Film Festival 2018
Co-production opportunities between India and France Explored
The inaugural session of the Indian Pavilion at the Cannes Film Festival 2018 was held at Cannes, France. Hosted by noted actor Shri Sharad Kelkar, the Indian delegation present consisted of H.E. Vinay Mohan Kwatra, Ambassador of India to France, Shri Ashok Kumar Parmar, Joint Secretary, Ministry of I&B, Govt. Of India, Shri Prasoon Joshi, Writer, Poet and Chairman, Central Board of Film Certification India, Ms Vani Tripathi Tikoo Member, Central Board of Film Certification, Producer and Director, Shri Jerome Paillard, Executive Director, Marche Du Film Festival, Cannes Film Market, Ms. Huma Qureshi, Film Actress, Shri Shaji Karun, Film maker, Shri Jahnu Barua, Film maker and Shri Bharat Bala, Film maker. The agenda of the delegation from India this year is to showcase diversity in films of our country while furthering collaborations with various other countries.
Indian delegation in India Pavilion at the Cannes Film Festival 2018
Speaking about the growth of the nation being well reflected through our cinema H.E Vinay Mohan Kwatra, said that what is happening in our country currently is the unprecedented transformation in technology and the economy and that these growing externalities are reflected in Indian Cinema. Shri Jerome Paillard stated that Indian Pavilion is a very important tool to help connecting the worldwide European and worldwide community of films.
Speaking about Indo-French Cinema collaboration Ms Vani Tripathi Tikoo, said that India has a fantastic relationship with both Cannes film festival and the French film industry. She further added that in recent times films like Tamasha and Befikre were shot extensively in this part of the world and found great resonance with the narrative story telling between the two countries.
During the Inaugural address, Shri Prasoon Joshi said that we should also reach out to young filmmakers who might not have access to a festival like Cannes and should organize many mini Cannes film festivals all around the world to help more and more filmmakers.
A meeting between the Indian delegation and Ms. Isabelle Giordano, Director General, Unifrance, M. Loïc Wong, Director of International Department, CNC, France along with Ms. Valérie L’Epine-Karnik, CEO, Film France was held to explore co-production opportunities between India and France.
A round table discussion was also held to explore collaborations with countries like Brazil, Philippines, Austria, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, Canada and New Zealand where the film commissioners from these countries discussed the opportunities and challenges for co production with India. Discussions were also held with the heads and management of various Indian studios and production houses to see how films in different languages could become more viable and what the government could do to help filmmakers in the country.
Prime Minister's Office
PM expresses optimism after Government of Gujarat signs an MoU of ₹ 1.54 lakh crore with Vedanta-Foxconn Group for the manufacture of semiconductor and display fab
Investment of Rs 1.54 lakh crore will create a significant impact to boost economy and jobs
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed optimism after Government of Gujarat signed an MoU of ₹ 1.54 lakh crore with Vedanta-Foxconn Group for the manufacture of semiconductor and display fab.
The Prime Minister also pointed out that the investment will create a significant impact to boost economy and jobs while also help in creating a huge ecosystem for ancillary industries and thereby helping our MSMEs.
Sharing a tweet by Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Bhupendra Patel, the Prime Minister tweeted;
“This MoU is an important step accelerating India’s semi-conductor manufacturing ambitions. The investment of Rs 1.54 lakh crore will create a significant impact to boost economy and jobs. This will also create a huge ecosystem for ancillary industries and help our MSMEs.”
Prime Minister's Office
PM pays tributes to Mahatma Gandhi, on his Punya Tithi
PM pays tributes to Mahatma Gandhi, on his Punya Tithi
Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
Affordable Sitagliptin combinations for diabetics to be sold at Janaushadhi Kendras
New variant of Diabetes medicines introduced by PMBI at Affordable Prices under Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana
Chief Executive Officer of Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Bureau of India  Shri Ravi Dadhich launched Sitagliptin a new variant of medicines for diabetes today at affordable prices for all under the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana. PMBI included new variants of medicines Sitagliptin and its combination in its all Jan Aushdhi Kendras viz.
Name of the Product MRP for Pack of 10
 Sitagliptin Phosphate Tablet IP 50mg Rs. 60/-
 Sitagliptin Phosphate Tablet IP 100mg Rs. 100/-
 Sitagliptin + Metformin Hydrochloride Tablets 50mg/500mg Rs. 65/-
 Sitagliptin + Metformin Hydrochloride Tablets 50mg/1000mg Rs. 70/-
Sitagliptin is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. All these variants are available at 60% to 70% lesser prices than branded variants as they are available in price band of Rs. 162/- to Rs. 258/- at other medical stores.
Under the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana, more than 8700 Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendras have been opened across the country. These Kendras are selling quality generic medicines, surgical equipment, nutraceuticals and other products. At present, these Kendras make available more than 1600 medicines and 250 surgical devices including Suvidha Sanitary pads which are sold at Rs. 1/- per pad.
PMBI is committed to ensure regular and sufficient availability of essential medicines at the Jan Aushadhi Kendras and that too with assurance of good quality and affordable prices for citizens.
Ministry of Finance
CBIC disposes off 11,284 public grievances and more than 2,082 public grievance appeals between Nov. 2022 and August, 2023, besides 195 outdoor campaigns across all CBIC field offices under Special Campaign 2.0 for Swachhata
With 86,000 ﬁles weeded out, CBIC largely transitions over to e-Office to reduce physical files
Special Campaign 3.0 for Swachhata with focus on minimising pendency of identiﬁed items of work from 2nd-31st October 2023
The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs  participated with great vigour in the Special Campaign on Disposal of Pending Matters , from November, 2022 to August, 2023. The special focus of the campaign was disposal of VIP references and Public Grievances. 80 VIP references, 11,284 Public Grievances and more than 2,082 Public Grievance Appeals were disposed off during this period. Moreover, a nation-wide cleanliness drive was also organised across all ﬁeld offices of CBIC. 195 outdoor campaigns have been conducted till now.
During the campaign period, about 1 lakh ﬁles were reviewed, out of which about 86,000 ﬁles were weeded out. Over the course of the year, due to continuing efforts, CBIC has largely transitioned over to e-Office due to which the number of physical files have been reduced to minimal.
Wildlife Gallery “ARANYA” was inaugurated during Special Campaign for Swachhata 2.0 on the 2nd Floor of the New Customs House
Another identiﬁed area of focus was disposal of old/unused office equipment and scrap material and thus freeing up additional space. During the campaign period from November, 2022 to August, 2023, approx. 9,909 sq. ft. of space freed up by disposing of unused material/scrap. The additional space so created was put to productive use.
In order to give further impetus to the exercise, in line with the priorities of the Government, CBIC will undertake the Special Campaign 3.0 from 2nd October to 31st October 2023 for institutionalising Swachhata  and minimising pendency of identiﬁed items of work. CBIC, along with its ﬁeld oﬃces across India shall strive to dispose of the identiﬁed references/ issues during the campaign phase 2nd-31st October, 2023. CBIC remains committed to ensuring cleanliness and enhancing the quality of public spaces maintained by it.
Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Trade Across Borders
The details of India’s land trade with countries sharing borders with India, through trading points along different borders,in 2017-18 are given below:
Values in USD million
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|
Country
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Exports from India through land borders
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|
Imports to India through land borders
|
|
Total bilateral trade through land borders
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|
Afghanistan|
|
NIL
|
|
307.06
|
|
307.06
|
|
Pakistan
|
|
263.22
|
|
235.06
|
|
498.28
|
|
China
|
|
1.81
|
|
1.35
|
|
3.16
|
|
Nepal
|
|
6384.42
|
|
437.66
|
|
6822.08
|
|
Bhutan
|
|
526.28
|
|
202.07
|
|
728.35
|
|
Bangladesh
|
|
3617.57
|
|
517.27
|
|
4134.84
|
|
Myanmar
|
|
0.02
|
|
NIL
|
|
0.02
|
|
TOTAL
|
|
10793.32
|
|
1700.47
|
|
12493.79Imports from Afghanistan, through land route, enter India via India-Pakistan border.
Source: DGCIS Database
The value of India’s trade with countries sharing border with India, and all countries, through different sea ports, in 2017-18,was as follows:
Values in USD million
|
|
Particulars
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|
To/From countries sharing border with India
|
|
To/From all countries
|
|
India’s exports through sea ports
|
|
14491.77
|
|
146119.31
|
|
India’s imports through sea ports
|
|
39341.30
|
|
266109.98
Source: DGCIS Database
Besides the above, trade with various countries is also carried out from Air cargo complexes, Inland Container Depots andSpecial Economic Zones.
This information was given by the Minister of State of Commerce and Industry, C. R. Chaudhary, in a written reply in the Lok Sabha yesterday.
Ministry of Women and Child Development
WCD Secretary Chairs Meeting of Empowered Committee Constituted Under The Framework For Nirbhaya Fund
EC Reviews Physical & Financial Progress Of All Ongoing Projects/ Schemes Worth Rs. 9797.02 Crore Under Nirbhaya Fund
EC Recommends Proposal For Strengthening DNA Analysis, Cyber Forensic & Related Facilities In Forensic Science Labs In Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat & Nagaland
Forensic Science Labs In 24 States/UTs Covered For Strengthening DNA Analysis With Funding From Nirbhaya Corpus
The Secretary, Ministry of Women and Child Development  chaired a meeting of the Empowered Committee  of Officers constituted under the Framework for Nirbhaya Fund on 30th September, 2021. The EC appraised and recommended the proposal of Ministry of Home Affairs for ‘Strengthening DNA analysis, cyber forensic and related facilities in Forensic Science Labs  in Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat and Nagaland’ at an estimated cost of Rs. 17.31 crore. Including this, FSLs in 24 states/UTs in the country have been covered for strengthening DNA analysis with funding from Nirbhaya corpus.
The EC also reviewed the physical and financial progress of all ongoing projects/ schemes worth Rs. 9797.02 crore under Nirbhaya Fund. The approved projects/ schemes include setting up of One Stop Centres for women, Women Help Desks in Police Stations, Emergency Response Support System, safe city projects, Women Helpline, etc. After initial appraisal by EC, Ministries/ Departments implement the projects/ schemes directly or through States/ UTs / Implementing Agencies.
The EC meeting chaired by Secretary, MoWCD was attended by representatives from the Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Department of Justice, Ministry of External Affairs, Ministry of Tourism, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Ministry of Education and State Governments of Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan.
Government of India has a dedicated non-lapsable fund called ‘Nirbhaya Fund’ for implementation of initiatives aimed at enhancing the safety and security of women in the country. The EC appraises and recommends proposals for funding under Nirbhaya Fund and monitors progress of implementation of approved projects.
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister attends All Parties Leaders Meeting ahead of Winter Session of Parliament beginning tomorrow
This session of the Parliament will be a special occasion for it will mark the 250th session of the Rajya Sabha : PM
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi attended the All Parties Leaders meeting here today. Leaders from all major political parties were present on this occasion and they put forth their views on the upcoming session of Parliament.
In his remarks, Prime Minister observed that this session of the Parliament will be a special occasion for it will mark the 250th session of the Rajya Sabha and expressed his happiness that special events and activities were being planned to mark this occasion. Prime Minister emphasized that the 250th session of the Upper House provided a unique opportunity for highlighting the unique strengths of the Indian Parliament as well as the Indian Constitution, in providing an overarching framework of governance institutions for a diverse country like India. The backdrop of the session being held as India celebrates the 150th birth anniversary of the Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi also made it a unique and special occasion.
Prime Minister, while responding to specific issues raised by the representatives of various political parties said that the Government would work together with all parties in a constructive manner to address pending legislations and frame policy solutions for specific issues related to environment and pollution, the economy, the agricultural sector and farmers, and the rights of women, youth and the less privileged sections of society.
Prime Minister also complemented the Presiding officers of the two Houses for smooth running of the last session of Parliament and observed that this had helped to create a positive impact amongst the people about the functioning of the legislative arm of Government. In this regard, Prime Minister made a particular mention of the energetic participation by first term members of Parliament on discussions related to diverse issues and expressed the hope that constructive engagement between the Treasury and opposition benches will make the present session a successful and productive one.